Dear York

Dear York is an anonymous online space where people can share their experiences of oppression without fear and to inform activism in York.

[York Disability Rights Forum @YorkDRF]

A new library of disabled and older people portrayed in non-stereotypical, positive and authentic ways has been released. The images are available for download and free to use! https://t.co/YUuE0j2od2

[Alison Hume MP @MsAlisonHume]

If you don’t think @CityofYork can keep people safe AND allow #BlueBadge holders & taxis carrying disabled passengers into the city centre then watch how Bath does it. @YorkAccessible @YorkDRF @YorkHumanRights #ReverseTheBan #ClosedToUs #ReclaimOurCity

[Emily Morritt @EmilyMorritt]

I learnt more today from a Peer Supporter with lived exp of Psychosis than I have from any Dr and any textbook.

We talked about the unseen parts, the parts no one wants to talk about, how to ask the hard questions & everything in-between.

The value of LE is unmeasurable.

[Charis Hill | they/them | 🇵🇸 😷 @BeingCharisBlog]

Welcome to Mass Disabling Event Disability Orientation (MDEDO), the local time is 2022. The disability community has turned on the fasten seatbelts sign. Please return your mask to your face. We'll begin our descent into the 10 year disability process & economic collapse shortly.

[York Disability Rights Forum @YorkDRF]

Age UK York are opening further day clubs for older people in York. Activities are tailored to attendees + a hot lunch is provided. Clubs are held across the city so that they are easily accessible although Age UK York can provide transport (at a cost).
https://t.co/KNZIpoMPkk

[Healthwatch York @healthwatchyork]

If you are waiting for care in York, please share your experiences with us. Everything is shared anonymously with @HealthwatchE

[York Disability Rights Forum @YorkDRF]

This Wednesday lunch time we're talking about accessibility with York hospital on zoom. If you can't make it but have a question, let us know and we'll do our best to ask it and get back to you.
https://t.co/8KtuPMkeuB

[Healthwatch York @healthwatchyork]

Healthwatch York will be at this incredible event! Please retweet this post so more people know about it and can find out more about support services @lollipopyork

[YorkMCN @YorkMCN]

Just listening to the @YorkEndsStigma's podcast on mental health and we are blown away by those sharing their own experiences. Amazing stuff 👏. Listen here - https://t.co/FM7qvbmNcc

[BarefootRebel @RebelBarefoot]

stumbled across a debate on FB. The stigma around professionals who struggle with their own MH is unreal.
We're human. Even if you are working in MH, you still deserve compassion, support & basic human decency.
Having a wobble is ok. Continue to work on yourself. Continue to grow

[York Disability Rights Forum @YorkDRF]

If you were writing a course for prospective social workers, what would you want to include about being disabled, about disability and about mental health?

[We're not here anymore - formerly @YorkTravellers @YorkTravellers]

So excited to finally share the film with everyone: https://t.co/rjLAaN8NOH

Have a watch and let us know what you think! #GRT #Youngpeople #Antiracism

[Dear York @dearyorkuk]

A 'cry it out' style policy in mental health services sounds like a problem to me..anyone else?

It could reinforce neglectful parenting patterns and schemas.

They didn't want 'dependents' either.

#CryItOut #MentalHealth #WheresTheRespect #HumanisingServices #PersonCentredCare

[Nikki Mattocks @Ducksdietcoke]

Never tell someone who is suicidal and reaching out for help that they have capacity and that if they really wanted to kill themselves they would have.

In the last year alone I've heard this at least 10 times from professionals.

Suicidal people deserve better.

[We're not here anymore - formerly @YorkTravellers @YorkTravellers]

We're so excited to be sharing the amazing work of our young people on the big screen!

[Hazel @AnLasair]

I've written in blog for @YorkDRF 😁

'Am I Disabled Enough?' Imposter Syndrome and Invisible Disability https://t.co/ndynJ73Ikw

[ITReUse York 💻 @ITReUse_York]

Did you get a new tablet, smartphone or laptop for Christmas and need to know where to get rid of the old one?

Donate them to IT ReUse!

If you’ve got one you need to get rid of email [email protected] or pop into Community Furniture Store, YO10 3DW.

[Older Citizens Advocacy York @OcayYork]

From Thurs. 17th to Sat. 29th January 2022, there will be a stage adaptation of Ian Donaghy's book “The Missing Peace” at the Joseph Rowntree Theatre. The proceeds are to support 2 York Charities and tickets are only £10. Full details are here https://t.co/VB3KOpZ0Ee

[Community Bees York @communitybees1]

We have updated our latest blog with new hints and tips on how to clean your home using affordable, everyday items.

Really easy ways to stop your microwave smelling, cleaning stains & making your own cleaning product with vinegar.

What's your top tip?

https://t.co/D0IseGFjyy

[The Unwritten @TheUnwrittenPub]

"The treatment of disabled people in this country infuriates me and terrifies me. And when I can, I write" - @amiemariamarie on her new stage play #Scrounge about how dehumanising it is to applying for PIP https://t.co/fJEzoY4Ml9